VERTICAL LINES & WRINKLES

22 Mar 2017

The inevitable process of ageing is one that we all have to face, and when it comes to the skin, the approach at ELEMIS is to support it on its journey. This does not mean that we simply let it do what it wants - which would be succumb to the force of gravity! The skin can be lazy and we want to boost its activity through the use of specifically selected actives, and also through massage to improve micro-circulation. That’s the philosophy behind Pro-Definition Facial Oil. This skin-boosting facial oil has been formulated for mature skin using plant stem technology. But before we take a look at the ingredients, I want to talk about the lines of the face.

Horizontal lines, such as laughter lines, are emphasised by repeated expression. These are what I call “happy creases”. They’re not awful, as they convey positive things about our character - but of course, we want to minimise them where possible. Vertical lines, however, are from a lack of elasticity and volume in the skin and result in making the face look angry, sad or tired. These are most commonly the ‘marionette’ lines we see around the mouth or the 11’s - the deep furrows in between brows - which can make us look severe.

Himalayan Gentian, is an Ayurvedic herb and super-botanical, which has been shown not only to have a blurring effect on vertical lines*, but also to help boost epidermal thickness by stimulating keratinocyte proliferation**. Pro-Definition Facial Oil specifically targets expression lines on the skin and in particular, the vertical ones, resulting in a complexion which appears plumped, firm and more toned.